2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 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 173 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (277 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 83 L |
