2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental 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 (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
