2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental 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 234 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 872 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 652 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |