2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Bentley Arnage and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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, 2004 Peugeot 406, 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 (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Arnage | 406 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |