2004 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 742 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X3 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
