2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Dodge Charger 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 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Continental GTC | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |