2011 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Bentley Continental GTC | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Bentley | Jeep |
Model | Continental GTC | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2567 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1397 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |