2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 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) has 301 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 2009 Citroen C2, 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 (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | C2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 41 L |
