2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Bentley Continental.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Express | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |