2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 335 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Toyota | Bentley |
Model | 4Runner | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |