2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2004 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
