2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LeSabre 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 347 more horse power than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 767 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre. 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 2005 Buick LeSabre. 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) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
