2005 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 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 453 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. 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 @ 1700 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C5 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 91 L |