2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
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 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 396 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 522 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 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 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 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) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GT | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
