2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2001 Bentley Continental and 2001 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2001 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |