2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 75 L |
