2001 Audi TT vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 2001 Audi TT and 2001 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2001 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | TT | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
