2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 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 6 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 675 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS6. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | RS6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 96 L |
