2001 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | Polo | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
