2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 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 296 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Bentley | Fiat |
Model | Continental | Ducato |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |