2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 6 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 286 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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, 2008 Opel Insignia, 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 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2737 mm |
