2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 708 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental GT | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
