2002 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Mulsane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Bentley Mulsane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Mulsane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 1020 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2208 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 20.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
