2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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 291 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Bentley Mitsubishi
Model Continental GT Lancer
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1997 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 318 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2340 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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