2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 3 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| 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 | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
