2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 149 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Arnage | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 117 L |
