1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Mazda 6, 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 68 L |
