2002 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
