2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Continental GTC | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
