2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 371 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. 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 (780 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Bentley Toyota
Model Continental GT 4Runner
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 4671 cc
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 641 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 87 L


 

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