2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT 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 236 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Continental GT | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
