2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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) has 352 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 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 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GT | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 650 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2340 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |