2002 Bentley Continental T vs. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 1189 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Continental T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Continental T | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental T | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 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 | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
