2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 @ 3250 RPM) has 691 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bentley | Ford |
| Model | Arnage | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |
