2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 983 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
