2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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 404 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 756 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental GT | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
