2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra 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 250 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra, 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 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
Make | Bentley | Vauxhall |
Model | Arnage | Sintra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |