1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Bentley Arnage. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK. 2009 Jaguar XK 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. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 71 L |