2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
