2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
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 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 298 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GTC | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
