1997 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Continental | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
