2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 384 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 951 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. 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, 2010 Volvo V50, 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1499 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
