2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 6 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 273 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
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, 2011 Peugeot 5008, 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
| Model | Continental | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2735 mm |
