2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW X3
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 2 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 236 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 2007 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.9 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 | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
