2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental 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 193 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 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, 2006 BMW X3 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
