2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 402 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
