2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Arnage 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 367 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 751 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arnage | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 49 L |
