2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
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2009 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental Flying Spur | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 602 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |