2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 497 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2000 Volkswagen Golf
Make Bentley Volkswagen
Model Continental GT Golf
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1598 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 103 HP
Torque 750 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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