2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream 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 213 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (208 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | C-Airdream |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |