2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 335 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |