2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1203 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | C3 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |