2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Toyota Prius

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 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Prius 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 481 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2001 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Bentley Continental GT 2001 Toyota Prius
Make Bentley Toyota
Model Continental GT Prius
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1497 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
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 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2560 mm


 

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