2006 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 442 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1999 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| 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 | 1880 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 94 L |
