2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental GT

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Bentley Continental GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental GT (553 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 460 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.

Because 2005 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental GT 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 GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Bentley Continental GT
Make Audi Bentley
Model A4 Continental GT
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 5998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 553 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1600 RPM
Top Speed 229 km/hour 318 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 2340 kg
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 17.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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