2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Bentley Continental were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2005 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 6750 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
