2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Bentley Arnage and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 295 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 684 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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.
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2006 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |