2010 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (274 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 950 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima. 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 (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GTC | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Continental GTC | Optima |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |