2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2003 Pontiac G6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac G6. (286 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac G6. (369 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
Model | Arnage | G6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 369 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2950 mm |