2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 220 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Rover |
| Model | Arnage | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
