2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
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2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |