2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 GMC Safari
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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari 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) has 362 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental GT | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
