2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 124 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
