2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Continental GT | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
