2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
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 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 350 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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.
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2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
Model | Continental GT | Frontera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |