2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Bentley Arnage
Make Audi Bentley
Model A4 Arnage
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2975 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 875 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 104.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 7.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 236 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 5.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 2585 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5410 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3120 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 19.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 96 L


 

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