2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Express | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2194 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1388 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |