2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 338 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7 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 | 2450 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
