2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Caravan 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 362 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Caravan.
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, 1998 Dodge Caravan, 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Caravan. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Caravan 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 | 1998 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2880 mm |
