2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 287 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Arnage 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Bentley Subaru
Model Arnage Legacy
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 270 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2655 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 64 L


 

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