2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 128 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 930 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR. 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 (876 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Arnage | XLR |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |