2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (222 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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 (876 Nm) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
