1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Kia Rio

To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 314 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 2009 Kia Rio, 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 718 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2009 Kia Rio
Make Bentley Kia
Model Arnage Rio
Year Released 1999 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1343 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 835 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2520 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L


 

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