1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 411 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 75 L |