2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
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 Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 292 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GT | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
