2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 460 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 610 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
