2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
