2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 365 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 780 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental GTC | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
