2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Bentley Continental T
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Continental T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Continental T would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Continental T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Continental T (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Continental T should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Continental T weights approximately 30 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 2002 Bentley Continental T. 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, 2002 Bentley Continental T (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Continental T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2002 Bentley Continental T | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Continental T |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 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 | 2420 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
