2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 18 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Bentley Continental.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Continental | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Sierra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6746 cc | 6172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |