2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane 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 (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane, 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 (876 Nm) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Arnage | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 277 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2770 mm |