1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
Model | Arnage | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2490 mm |