2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 (401 HP) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.

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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 (835 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bentley Continental 2012 Honda CR-V
Make Bentley Honda
Model Continental CR-V
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 401 HP 148 HP
Torque 835 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5360 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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