2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
