2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 416 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (184 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 573 kg more than 2005 BMW X3. 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 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 BMW X3 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 184 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |