2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Bentley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Arnage | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |