2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 360 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
Model | Continental GTC | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |