2000 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bentley Arnage. (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bentley Arnage. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 2000 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 90 L |
