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 253 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 6000 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 1104 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 Bentley Continental 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 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
