2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 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 198 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Bentley Volkswagen
Model Arnage Golf
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
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 252 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2585 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4212 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 3120 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 55 L


 

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