2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda FR-V 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 404 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1062 kg more than 2005 Honda FR-V. 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 2005 Honda FR-V. 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 689 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda FR-V 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 2005 Honda FR-V
Make Bentley Honda
Model Continental GTC FR-V
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 552 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 881 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 318 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2580 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 5310 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.3 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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