2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | Transporter | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
