2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 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 194 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. 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, 2009 Citroen C5, 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Arnage | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |