2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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 300 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 467 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental GT | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 750 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |