2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 307 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1619 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |