2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (364 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Bentley Continental.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 @ 2100 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Bentley | GMC |
Model | Continental | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 364 HP |
Engine RPM | 2100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |