2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2007 Peugeot 307 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 418 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 994 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 307. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307
Make Bentley Peugeot
Model Continental GTC 307
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1997 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1481 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L