2003 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra 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 (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Astra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
