1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (835 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
