2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2003 Saturn L. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2003 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L, 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2003 Saturn L | |
Make | Bentley | Saturn |
Model | Continental | L |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |