2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX 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 289 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GX. (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Continental GTC | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
