2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
