2000 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2194 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1388 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
