2006 Bentley Continental vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
