2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X5 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
