2004 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 8 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), 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 805 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi S4 | 2012 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | S4 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
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 | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3066 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 |