2005 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 662 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2000 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 94 L |
