2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
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 SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (401 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1577 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | SSR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
