2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 269 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 437 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental GTC | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |