2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 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) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GTC 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
Make Bentley Mercedes-Benz
Model Continental GTC E500
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 4966 cc
Engine Type W V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 460 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2475 kg 1919 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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