2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
