2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 622 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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 2006 Jaguar S-Type. 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 (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
Model | S-Type | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |