2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara 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 478 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1305 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 2003 Citroen Xsara. 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 537 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2003 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental GT | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |
