2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 389 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Bentley | Subaru |
Model | Continental GTC | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Type | W | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |