2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 801 kg more than 2001 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental GT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
