2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 741 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 1998 Kia Avella | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental | Avella |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |