2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Bentley Arnage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.2 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 | 2585 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |