2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Buick | Bentley |
Model | LaCrosse | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 660 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |