2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 344 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo, 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 623 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
Model | Arnage | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |