2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Arnage 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 252 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | Viano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |