2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Bentley Arnage. (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |