2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Bentley Continental T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Bentley Continental T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Continental T | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
