2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GT and 2006 Renault Espace 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 314 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. 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 Renault Espace. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Continental GT | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |