2007 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 540 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XF. 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 2011 Jaguar XF. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GT | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
