2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Arnage (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
