2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Sorento | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |