2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Bentley | Audi |
Model | Arnage | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |