2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
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 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 550 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercury |
| Model | Continental GTC | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
