1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1999 Bentley Arnage and 1999 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Arnage | Xsara |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 153 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2550 mm |