2001 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2003 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2003 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 26.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
