2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 263 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 851 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 659 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
