2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Bentley Arnage. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 715 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Arnage | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 464 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
