2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata 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 421 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental GTC | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
