2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio 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 481 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Continental GTC | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
