2005 Bentley Continental vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2820 mm |
