2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Bentley Arnage.
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 (835 Nm) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |