1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 643 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XF |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 69 L |