2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage 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 211 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
