2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 901 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental GT | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |