2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Arnage | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |