2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1374 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bentley | Lada |
| Model | Arnage | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
