2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1997 Plymouth Voyager has manual transmission. 1997 Plymouth Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bentley Continental GT 1997 Plymouth Voyager
Make Bentley Plymouth
Model Continental GT Voyager
Year Released 2003 1997
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1995 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2880 mm