2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Bentley | Kia |
| Model | Arnage | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2670 mm |
