2006 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 7 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. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 930 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 602 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |