2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. 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 184 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1150 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 2004 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
