2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 257 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 62 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GTC.

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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Continental GTC 2007 Chevrolet Express
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Continental GTC Express
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5996 cc 5326 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 2537 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 117 L


 

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