2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2000 Ford Cougar. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar, 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Cougar |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |