2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GTC and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 463 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 2006 Ford Focus. 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 666 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GTC | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
