2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra 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) has 121 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2004 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |
