2006 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 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 394 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 641 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental GTC | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5310 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1404 mm |