2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (237 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira, 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Zafira 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 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Bentley | Opel |
Model | Arnage | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 452 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |