2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, 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 677 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |