2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
