2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva 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 276 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva, 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva 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 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
