2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 552 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GTC.
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, both vehicles can yield 650 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Bentley | Bentley |
Model | Continental GTC | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | W | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |