2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1760 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Arnage | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 35 L |
