2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX 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 353 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1987 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1994 Citroen AX, 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 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | AX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2290 mm |
