2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 890 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 2007 Opel Vectra. 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 (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Vectra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
