2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 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 343 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental GT | Nitro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |