2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 7 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 133 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | CLC |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |