2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 284 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2008 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Bentley | Mazda |
Model | Arnage | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 48 L |