2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Arnage. (401 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | R8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |