2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital, 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Arnage | Capital |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2530 mm |