2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 728 kg more than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. (389 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Bentley | Mercury |
Model | Arnage | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |