2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Bentley | Hyundai |
| Model | Continental GTC | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2567 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
