2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1998 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Continental weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 1998 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 1998 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Q7 | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |