2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Bentley | Tata |
Model | Continental GTC | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |