2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
