2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 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 (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7, 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 (835 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 69 L |
