2008 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | S6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
