2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage 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 (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. 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 (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Kia | Bentley |
Model | Sportage | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |