2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia 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 (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 Mazda Familia, 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 695 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Arnage 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Bentley Mazda
Model Arnage Familia
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 450 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.3 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 10.4:1
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 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 50 L


 

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