2009 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Because 2009 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GT 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Bentley Continental GT. (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Bentley Continental GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GT | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Bentley | Bentley |
| Model | Continental GT | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 835 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 318 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
