2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Continental GTC 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 201 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Continental GTC | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |