2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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2008 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |