2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 485 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1323 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Bentley Mitsubishi
Model Continental GTC Colt
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1493 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.6 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 47 L


 

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