2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage 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 (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. 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, 2009 Volvo S80, 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 (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.9 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 | 2585 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
