2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC 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 302 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Honda Pilot. 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 2012 Honda Pilot. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Bentley | Honda |
Model | Continental GTC | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |