2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 242 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1214 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GTC | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |