2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 3 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2012 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 690 kg more than 2012 Lexus RX. 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, 2012 Lexus RX, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Bentley | Lexus |
| Model | Arnage | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 73 L |
