2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Ford Focus
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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus 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 416 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Continental GTC | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
