2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
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2005 Bentley Arnage | 2003 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.3 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |