2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 222 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2009 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 3997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |