2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
