2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Bentley | Land Rover |
Model | Arnage | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2550 mm |