2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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 444 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Bentley | Smart |
| Model | Continental GTC | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
