2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G5 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 381 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2009 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 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 | 2008 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Continental GT | G5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |