2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram 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 336 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 761 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (753 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2004 Dodge Ram
Make Bentley Dodge
Model Continental GT Ram
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 5882 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 641 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 753 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 120 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.2:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 3149 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5790 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2020 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 129 L


 

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