2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 806 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 418 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 806. 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, 2000 Peugeot 806, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
