2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Bentley | BMW |
Model | Arnage | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |