2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1242 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Opel | Bentley |
| Model | Astra | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
