2008 Hyundai i30 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai i30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai i30 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i30. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i30. 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 2008 Hyundai i30. 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 (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai i30 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Bentley |
| Model | i30 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | FlexFuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
