2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
