2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Continental GTC and 2007 Volvo V70 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 375 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 993 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GTC | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
