2007 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 312 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GTC | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
