2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Audi RS6. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS6. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | RS6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
