2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 743 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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 Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C5 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |