2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Azure. (500 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Bentley Azure. 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC. (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GTC | Azure |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3117 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 96 L |