2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 392 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 684 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. 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) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Bentley | Toyota |
Model | Continental GT | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |