2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage 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 261 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento 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 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Bentley Kia
Model Arnage Sorento
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 139 HP
Torque 835 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2150 RPM 2000 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 2000 kg
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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