2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 292 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 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 Toyota 4Runner. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Continental GTC | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
