2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 931 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. 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, 1998 Volvo S80, 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 (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
