2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (280 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | Q7 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 930 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
