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 333 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6200 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 610 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 553 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 26.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
