2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 492 kg more than 2004 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GT | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
