2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (631 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 (800 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Kia | Bentley |
| Model | Sportage | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1393 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
