2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
