2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 494 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 861 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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 2012 Citroen C5. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental GT | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
