2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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 233 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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 607 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Bentley Arnage | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Arnage | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 167 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |