2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 5 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 257 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 857 kg more than 2008 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Galaxy.
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2003 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Galaxy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |