2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 412 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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 @ 1700 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bentley |
| Model | Terrano | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |
