2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 399 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GTC | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 129 L |