2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 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 301 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira, 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 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Nubira. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Nubira has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Nubira |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |