2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Bentley Continental GT | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental GT | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |