2012 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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 362 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Sonic | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Sonic | Continental |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |