2007 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
