2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 328 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Traverse | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |