2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 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 156 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 867 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7, 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 69 L |
