2005 Audi TT vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | TT | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
