2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 (553 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental GTC | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
