2004 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2004 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Continental | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
