2007 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |