2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 286 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 332 kg more than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental GT | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
