2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (400 HP) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. 2006 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
