2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane 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 265 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
