2004 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2009 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
