2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 489 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 701 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental GT | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1991 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 111 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |