2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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 170 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GT | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |