2002 Kia Optima 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 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Optima 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2002 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 963 kg more than 2002 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima. 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 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Optima. (216 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Optima. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Optima 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:
| 2002 Kia Optima | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Bentley |
| Model | Optima | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1432 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2745 mm |
