2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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, 2009 Kia Optima, 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 706 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Arnage | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |