2005 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 761 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S40. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental GT | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 553 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |