2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A4 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
