2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 6,750 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 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
