2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 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 334 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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 (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
