2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 321 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6760 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
