2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 905 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Bentley Arnage 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
Make Bentley Chevrolet
Model Arnage Malibu
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6749 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 875 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.2 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 84.1 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2655 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3370 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 96 L 61 L


 

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