2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 584 kg more than 1997 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
