2003 Bentley Continental vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 184 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC90. 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, 2013 Volvo XC90, 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2003 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 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.
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2003 Bentley Continental | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental | XC90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2857 mm |