2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Dodge Caravan
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 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan 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 412 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
