2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 (650 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Bentley Toyota
Model Continental GT Land Cruiser
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 552 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 48 L


 

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