2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Freestar 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 (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2003 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 645 kg more than 2003 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3070 mm |
