2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Buick Centieme. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Centieme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 656 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
