2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. 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 320 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GTC | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
