2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 421 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
Model | Cobalt | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 91 L |