2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 400 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Continental GT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
