2006 Bentley Continental vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Continental and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Continental | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
