2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio 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 249 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio 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 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Arnage | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |