2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX 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 183 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Arnage | SVX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
