2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 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 201 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 966 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Eos, 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
