2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 825 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2013 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A4 | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |