2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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 Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
