2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 279 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (362 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 37 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (525 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 99 L |