2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental GTC and 2006 Kia Picanto 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 488 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 Kia Picanto. 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 782 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Picanto 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 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Continental GTC | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
