2001 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Arnage. (402 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Arnage.
Because 2001 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 2001 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, 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, 2001 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
