2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 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 345 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Continental GTC | XC70 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |