2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 929 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. 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, 2009 Seat Leon, 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Arnage | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
