2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. (390 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 875 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (875 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Bentley Arnage. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
