2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. 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 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. 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 (800 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Bentley |
| Model | HCD-7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
