2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Q7 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |