2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart 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 (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1634 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2004 MCC Smart will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Bentley | MCC |
Model | Continental | Smart |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |