2006 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | W | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
