2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | SSR | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
