2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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 276 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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 673 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Croma 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 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Bentley | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
