2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2000 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 93 L |
