2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 496 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Bentley Continental GTC 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Bentley Volkswagen
Model Continental GTC Caddy
Year Released 2011 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type W in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 600 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Diesel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2567 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4803 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1928 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1389 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2746 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L


 

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