2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2003 Opel Signum

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum 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 426 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 693 kg more than 2003 Opel Signum. 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 2003 Opel Signum. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2003 Opel Signum
Make Bentley Opel
Model Continental GT Signum
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 2958 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 174 HP
Torque 750 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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