1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | Saxo | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
