2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. 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 333 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Ranger |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |