2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 889 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GTC | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
