2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Continental and 2005 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Continental | X-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |