2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
