2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 110 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 708 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental | S80 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |