2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 413 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bentley Continental 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Bentley Kia
Model Continental Sorento
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2497 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2450 kg 1999 kg
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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