2005 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 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 A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 705 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |