2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Arnage and 2009 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 419 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1536 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. 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, 2009 Nissan Micra, 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 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Bentley | Nissan |
| Model | Arnage | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 46 L |
