2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GT | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 8128 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3650 mm |