2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
