2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 212 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 922 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental GT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
