2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
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 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 372 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Bentley | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Continental GTC | Raider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3340 mm |
