2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Dakota 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
