2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1220 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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 GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A3 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |