2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental GT 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Bentley Toyota
Model Continental GT Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2982 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 552 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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