2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 3 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 335 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1228 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G6. 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 2009 Pontiac G6. 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 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Continental GTC | G6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
