2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 (600 HP) has 466 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GT | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
