2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 287 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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 2006 Nissan Frontier. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental GT 2006 Nissan Frontier
Make Bentley Nissan
Model Continental GT Frontier
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 3950 cc
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 552 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 385 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2385 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.3 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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