2007 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A4 | Continental |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |