2001 Citroen Xantia 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 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia 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 511 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 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 Citroen Xantia. 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 597 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | Xantia | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
