2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 (399 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 977 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |