2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (246 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |