1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 85 L |
