2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 896 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Arnage | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
