2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 661 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | XM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
