2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 685 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | Passat | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
