2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Clarus 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 (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus, 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
