2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima, 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 533 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Arnage | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |