2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
