2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN 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 (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 535 kg more than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN, 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 76 L |
