2006 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
