2003 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 3 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 168 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (384 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Bentley Continental GT.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 319 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
