2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 906 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3050 mm |
