2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 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 333 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Bentley | Mazda |
| Model | Arnage | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 190 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 | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
