2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A3 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |