2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1998 Infiniti QX4
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 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 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 314 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Infiniti QX4. 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 GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1998 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Infiniti |
| Model | Continental GTC | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
