2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Bentley Continental GT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 895 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A3 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |