2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 324 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 886 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2008 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Continental GTC | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
