2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 (875 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (753 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5882 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 3149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
