2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 283 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. 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, 2010 Volvo V50, 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 (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Bentley | Volvo |
Model | Arnage | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |