2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (530 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 349 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |