2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 85 L |
