2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Bentley Arnage
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Bentley Arnage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
Model | 159 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 835 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 20.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |