2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 5 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 264 more horse power than 2011 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 412 kg more than 2011 Buick Enclave. 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 2011 Buick Enclave. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Continental GTC | Enclave |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
