2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Kangoo | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
