2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GT and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2008 Volkswagen Polo
Make Bentley Volkswagen
Model Continental GT Polo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 1390 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Horse Power 641 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 75.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 329 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1112 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L


 

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