2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Bentley |
| Model | Idea | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
