2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 913 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
Model | XLR | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |