2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 965 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental GTC | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |