2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Bentley |
| Model | Yukon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
