2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (345 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental GT | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |