2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 840 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A6 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.8 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 | 1745 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
