2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Continental | 307 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |