2004 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 630 kg more than 2004 Audi S4. 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 GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S4 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
