2008 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS 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 296 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Lexus | Bentley |
Model | IS | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |