2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 410 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 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 671 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
| Model | Continental GTC | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
