1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Arnage | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
