2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | T5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |