2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Continental GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Continental GTC would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Audi Q7. 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Continental GTC | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
