1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |