2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 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 335 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1459 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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 2011 Lotus Elise. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise 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 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Bentley | Lotus |
| Model | Continental GT | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
