2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2008 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
