1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Opel Agila

To start off, 2009 Opel Agila 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 (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2009 Opel Agila. 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 Opel Agila, 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 (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Bentley Arnage 2009 Opel Agila
Make Bentley Opel
Model Arnage Agila
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.1 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2322 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 20.6 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 41 L


 

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