2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure 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 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Azure |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
