2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Porsche | Bentley |
| Model | Cayenne | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
