2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2006 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
