2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | A |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |