2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 327 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |