2005 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2001 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
