2007 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 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 209 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 770 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 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A6 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |