2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 994 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 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2454 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
