2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 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 293 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1527 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Citroen C3, 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 727 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
