2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 391 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 905 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 @ 1700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Opel | Bentley |
Model | Vectra | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1405 mm |