2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 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 475 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. 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 747 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 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 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Bentley | Lada |
| Model | Continental GTC | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
