2008 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 345 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
