2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Arnage. (450 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Bentley Arnage. (876 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GTC | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
