2011 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz A 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 366 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | A | Continental |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
