2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento 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 (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 413 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Sorento | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |