2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 387 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 Nissan Sentra. 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 (650 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Continental GT | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |