2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1208 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | GTI |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |