2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio 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 304 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio, 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 708 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
