2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Subaru Outback 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 307 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental GTC | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |