2002 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3370 mm |
