2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace 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 260 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 639 kg more than 2004 Renault Espace. 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 Renault Espace, 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |