2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 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 350 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 679 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental GT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3516 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
