2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 463 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Continental GTC | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 592 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
