2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 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 336 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GT.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |