2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 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 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
