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 (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) 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 825 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.
Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 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 | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |