2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Arnage would be higher. 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 228 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. 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, 2006 Lexus RX, 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
