2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 401 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Ram | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
