2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 2005 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane. 2005 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Arnage | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Arnage | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2770 mm |
