2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 756 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
