2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
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 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Montana 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) has 352 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Montana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
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2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Continental GTC | Montana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |