2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Continental GTC and 2009 Volkswagen Routan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1338 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Continental GTC | Routan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 592 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |