2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 179 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (272 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 964 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 2012 Mazda 6, 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 (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Arnage | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |