2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
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2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental GT | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |