2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 (600 HP) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (429 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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 GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 600 HP |
Torque | 540 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1970 kg | 2388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |