2003 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (281 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2003 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 281 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |