2001 Peugeot Promethee vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Promethee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Promethee would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1615 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Promethee. (214 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Promethee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot Promethee | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Peugeot | Bentley |
| Model | Promethee | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 91 L |
