2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Continental GTC | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
