2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Arnage and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.8 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 | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
