2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2003 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Bentley Continental GT (651 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2003 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |