1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 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 223 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 213 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Arnage | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | T5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
