2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Hyundai | Bentley |
| Model | Elantra | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
