2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore 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 355 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Holden Commodore. 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 1999 Holden Commodore. 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 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental GTC | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
