2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A5 | Continental Flying Spur |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |