2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2010 Kia Magentis

To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Arnage 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 312 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 983 kg more than 2010 Kia Magentis. 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 2010 Kia Magentis. 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 570 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Arnage 2010 Kia Magentis
Make Bentley Kia
Model Arnage Magentis
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6761 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 17.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 201 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 21.4 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 62 L


 

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