2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (552 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 650 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Audi RS6 | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | RS6 | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4991 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 572 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |