2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |
