2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 993 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 835 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |