2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
