2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Lada Kalina

To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Lada Kalina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 534 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1505 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina 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 2009 Lada Kalina
Make Bentley Lada
Model Continental GTC Kalina
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5997 cc 1595 cc
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 592 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 553 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 321 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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