2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2009 Bentley Arnage and 2009 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. 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, 2009 Opel Corsa, 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 763 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Bentley | Opel |
| Model | Arnage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 46 L |
