2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 940 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A4 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |