2009 Audi A5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1510 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5. 2013 Bentley Continental 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. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A5 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |