2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (451 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Bentley Arnage.
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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Arnage | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
