2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1455 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 2007 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 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 | 930 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
