2003 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 711 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Opel | Bentley |
Model | Vectra | Continental |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |