2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra 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 419 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Astra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2227 mm |
