2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
