2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Bentley Continental GT. (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 552 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
