2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 336 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. 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 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Bentley | Tata |
Model | Continental | Indigo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |