2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2000 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 94 L |
