2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso

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 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 335 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 479 kg more than 2001 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GT 2001 SsangYong Musso
Make Bentley SsangYong
Model Continental GT Musso
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3199 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 318 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 16.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 73 L


 

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