2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 236 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Bentley | Porsche |
Model | Continental GT | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |