2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GT and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 381 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2007 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Bentley Continental GT 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Continental GT Cobalt
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2376 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.5 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 17 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 49 L


 

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