2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 310 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 836 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
