2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Audi |
| Model | Arnage | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
