2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 249 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (303 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Continental GTC | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
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 | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |