2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Arnage | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
