2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3599 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2613 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 83 L |
