2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 586 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
Model | XK8 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |