2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota 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 282 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1998 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Dakota 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 | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2850 mm |
