2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 7 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (876 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |