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 397 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 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 710 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.
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) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
