2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Arnage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
