2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 6 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2007 Lexus RX | |
Make | Bentley | Lexus |
Model | Continental | RX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |