2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 770 kg more than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Arnage | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 102 L |
