2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Silverado | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
