2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram 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 317 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 180 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental GT | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |