2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 10 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 282 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | Eos |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |