2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1324 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
