1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Dodge Dakota. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (468 Nm). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Dakota | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2746 mm |
