2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro 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 412 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 786 kg more than 2002 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Continental GT | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |