2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis 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 304 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 683 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Bentley | Toyota |
| Model | Arnage | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 31 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
