2002 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 995 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6, 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2007 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
