2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GT and 2006 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 257 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GT | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5324 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |