2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2011 Renault Koleos is newer by 10 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 273 more horse power than 2011 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 800 kg more than 2011 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Koleos 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, 2011 Renault Koleos 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) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Koleos. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2011 Renault Koleos | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | Koleos |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |