2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1786 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 2001 Kia Visto, 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 761 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Visto has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Visto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Arnage | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2390 mm |
