2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 9 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 226 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C30. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1128 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30. 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, 2013 Volvo C30, 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 2013 Volvo C30. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C30. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | C30 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
