2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Bentley Continental GTC and 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 362 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental GTC | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |