2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
