2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 196 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet SSR. (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet SSR | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | SSR | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |