2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |