2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Bentley Continental and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 303 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental | Megane |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |