2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
