2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 4155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
