2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 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 119 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 412 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 281 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 30.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
