2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
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 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon 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) has 417 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Bentley | GMC |
| Model | Continental GTC | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
