2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace 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 255 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace.
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, 2005 Renault Espace, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
