2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. 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 2000 Volvo S60. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Volvo | Bentley |
Model | S60 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |