2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 6 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 239 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
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, 2012 Holden Cruze, 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) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (360 Nm). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze 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 | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Arnage | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2685 mm |
