2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Bentley Continental.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Sierra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 6320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |