2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 382 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Volkswagen Passat. 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 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GTC | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
