2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 3 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, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2354 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
