2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Lexus ES
To start off, 2004 Lexus ES is newer by 3 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES. 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, 2004 Lexus ES, 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) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2004 Lexus ES | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Continental | ES |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |