2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 10 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 (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 304 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 772 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.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |