2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental GTC | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
