2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 855 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 96 L |
