2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 432 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Bentley | Mini |
Model | Continental GT | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |