2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental 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 268 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Continental | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |