1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix 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) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 (570 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Bentley | Pontiac |
| Model | Arnage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 64 L |
