1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (570 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Arnage has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Arnage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Express |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 117 L |