2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 324 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
