2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (597 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GT | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |
