2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 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 424 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 771 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 2005 Volvo S60. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GT | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
