2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne 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 277 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Continental GTC | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |