2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 245 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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, 2009 Kia Optima, 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 646 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Continental | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 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 Length | 5250 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |