2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. 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 349 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (251 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 933 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A3 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
