2003 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 780 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus IS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Lexus | Bentley |
Model | IS | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |