2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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 485 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1362 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 2011 Citroen C3. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental GTC | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 161 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
