1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 437 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Bentley Arnage. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 88 L |