2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Ford Fusion

To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 4 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 240 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 271 kg more than 2002 Bentley Arnage.

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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Bentley Arnage 2006 Ford Fusion
Make Bentley Ford
Model Arnage Fusion
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2277 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 160 HP
Torque 835 Nm 212 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 30.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 20.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 66 L


 

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