2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | GMC | Bentley |
Model | Acadia | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1403 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |