2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C2 | Continental |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |