2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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 360 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GT | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |