1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Peugeot 206

To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (174 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2003 Peugeot 206
Make Bentley Peugeot
Model Arnage 206
Year Released 1999 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L


 

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