2009 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S4 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 276 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S4 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
