2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 950 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3120 mm |
