2006 Audi TT vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Bentley Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | TT | Continental |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 6746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 28.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |