2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 427 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Saab | Bentley |
| Model | 05-Sep | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
