2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
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, 2008 Ford Escape, 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 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 114 L |
