2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 901 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 315 HP |
Torque | 835 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 129 L |