2009 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
