2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Bentley Arnage and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 297 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Opel Astra, 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 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |