2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (1,001 Nm) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Arnage | 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Arnage | Malibu |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |