2007 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Renault | Bentley |
| Model | Clio | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 965 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
