2010 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Bentley Continental GT | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Continental GT | A6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |