2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 960 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Sonata. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental GT | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
