2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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 478 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GTC | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 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 | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
