2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 437 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2002 Toyota RAV4. 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 Toyota RAV4, 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 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1390 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
