2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 489 kg more than 2012 Bentley Continental GTC.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (597 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Avalanche | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 91 L |