2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 222 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
