2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 775 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Bentley Continental GT 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Bentley Kia
Model Continental GT Magentis
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2655 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 62 L


 

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