2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 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 214 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2003 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2003 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
