2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 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 264 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
