2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 253 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2001 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
