2006 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 384 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
