2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 489 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 908 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GT | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
