2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GT and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa 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 2006 Opel Corsa
Make Bentley Opel
Model Continental GT Corsa
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1686 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 318 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 15.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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