2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 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 (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 989 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (1,001 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Bentley | Peugeot |
Model | Arnage | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |