2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 671 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | X-Type | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
