2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Continental GTC | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
