2006 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (399 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Dodge Journey. 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 Dodge Journey, 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
