2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Bentley | Jeep |
| Model | Continental GTC | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
