2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3800 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 Weight | 2585 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
