2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 356 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express. 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
