2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu 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 312 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Continental GTC | Malibu |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |