2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 850 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 75 L |