2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | E | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
