2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GT | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
