2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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 264 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
