2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. 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 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 28.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |