2002 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Continental weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 1997 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1997 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
