2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima 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 288 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima, 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Optima 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.
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2008 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Kia Optima | |
Make | Bentley | Kia |
Model | Arnage | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 62 L |