2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
