2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 682 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 617 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
