2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 2 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 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (592 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 455 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (553 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 2009 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
