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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (500 HP @ 5600 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 132 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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 | 8276 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |
