2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 80 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 2001 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | Q7 | Continental |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |