1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
