2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 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 298 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Continental | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |