2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GT | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
