2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Volvo S60
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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 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 295 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1153 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60. 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 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GTC | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
