2006 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Bentley Mulsane
To start off, 2013 Bentley Mulsane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Mulsane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Mulsane should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Mulsane weights approximately 815 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 2013 Bentley Mulsane. 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, 2013 Bentley Mulsane (1,020 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Mulsane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2013 Bentley Mulsane | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Mulsane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 6752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 1020 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2208 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 20.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |