2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 717 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
