2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 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 212 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 BMW X5. 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) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X5 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 91 L |
