2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 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 286 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GT | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4798 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.1 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 | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |