2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 5 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 367 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon 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 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Bentley GMC
Model Continental GTC Canyon
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2901 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 72 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]