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 (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 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 770 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.
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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |