2006 Bentley Continental vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
