2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2007 Bentley Arnage and 2007 Opel Vectra 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 298 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra. 2007 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Vectra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |
