1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 10 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 107 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Buick Enclave. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 @ 2150 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Bentley | Buick |
| Model | Arnage | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
