2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 364 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 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.
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2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW X3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |